Some people think that the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather to benefit them as individuals. To what extent to do you agree or disgaree ?
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter,
say where you think you left the papers
explain why they are so important
tell the manager what you want him/her to do
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Many people send and receive emails in business and in their personal life. Do the advantages of using the email outweigh the disadvantages?
Plastic bags, plastic bottles and plastic packaging are bad for the environment. What damage does plastic do to the environment? What can be done by governments and individuals to solve this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The graph shows average annual percentages of online adults who use different social networks. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
THE GOVERNMENT SPENT A LOT OF MONEY ON ARTS SUCH AS PAINTINGS AND SCULPTURES ON PUBLIC AREA,IS A WASTE OF MONEY.THE GOVERNMENT MUST INVEST THIS MONEY ON PUBLIC SERVICES INSTEAD? TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE?
Nowadays tourists and scientists are allowed to travel to remote natural environments. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
Some believe that small class sizes are ideal for language learning, while others contend that the number of students does not impact the learning experience significantly. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows the demand for electricity in England during typical days in winter and summer. The pie chart shows how electricity is used in an average English home.
The diagram below shows the life cycle of an insect called the cicada. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write a request letter to the mnager of the sports club in order to participate
Food can be produced much more cheaply today because of improved fertilizer and better machinery. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this and give your opinion.
Some people think that government should spend money on creating new public buildings such as museum, city halls, rather than renovating the existing ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that scientists experimenting with animals in a laboratory is the only way we can guarantee new products will be safe for human use. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Sahara desert or the Antarctic. What are the advantage and disadvantage of tourist who visits such places?
Some people think that social media platforms are becoming the primary source of news for younger generations, replacing traditional forms of journalism. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
The most important aim of science should be to improve human lifes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Women should not be allowed to join the police force, while others think that it is important to have female police officers. Do you agree or disagree?
Present a written argument or case to an educated non-specialist audience on the following topic: Under British and Australian laws a jury in a criminal case has no access to information about the defendant's past criminal record. This protects the person who is being accused of the crime. Some lawyers have suggested that this practice should be changed and that a jury should be given all the past facts before they reach their decision about the case. Do you agree or disagree?
In the past, when students dia a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad what are the advantages and disadvantages of this developments You should use your own ideas, knowledge, and experience, and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Some people think that competitive sports have a positive effect on the child’s education while others argue it is not so. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and opine
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places, while others believe that people should be allowed to use them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some say that today’s life is better than it will be in the future; othehrs disagree and say that in the future life will be better tha now. Discuss and include your own opinion.
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children’s who are taught to co operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both the views and give your opinion
The graph below shows information about the use of public transport in one country, by age group and location of residence, in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
You have recently travelled on a train and unfortunately left your luggage.
Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you accidentally left on the train. In your letter,
give details of your train trip
describe the luggage you left on the train
say what actions you want him/her to take
Write at least 150 words.
The given bar chart illustrates the salt intake of males and females in different age groups in an European country in the year 2019.
Nowadays, news companies spend a lot of money covering international news. However, local news is more relevant to people's lives and should receive more funding.' To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statments?
Now a days, parents are allowing their children to use tablets and smartphones to enahance learning. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any example from your own knowledge and experience. Write atleast 250 words
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write atleast 250 words.
Many people in cities today live in high -rise apartment blocks. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this type of living?
Some people argue that the government should invest more in promoting sports and recreational activities in schools, while others believe it is the responsibility of parents to encourage their children to participate in sports. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a letter to local authorities by requesting additional sports facilities for your age group in your area. In your letter-
The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Aisian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020 with prediction for 2030 and 2040.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students are more influenced by their teachers than by their friends. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Today people can work and live anywhere they want, because of the improvements in communicant technology and transport. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover
the cost of anything lost.
Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter
● describe the item you lost
● explain how you lost it
● tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
Begin your letter as follows:
● Dear Sir or Madam,
Dear Sir or Madam,
The best way to measure someone’s success is to look at how much money that person has. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The bar chart below shows the percentage of students who passed their high school competency exams, by subject and gender, during the period 2010-2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday - describe some possible disadvantages - say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _________,
The system used for rubbish / garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neibhours.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly
explain how this is affecting you and your neigbours
suggest what should be done about the problems
Your work place does not have a parking area and it is causing some problems.
Write a letter to your manager,
Describe the problems it has caused.
Explain what benefits a parking area would bring to the company.
Suggest a solution.
The diagram below shows a neighborhood before and after construction. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main featuresl and make comparisons where relevant.
People are encouraged to get rid of things in order to get the news of fashion and the latest technology. Do The disadvantages of a throwaway society outweigh The economic advantages?
You work for an international company.You have seen an advertisiment for a training course which will be useful for your job. Write a letter to your manager.In your letter: #describe the training course you want to do #explain what the company could do to help you #say how the course will be useful for your job
Due to the rapid development and expansion of supermarkets in some countries many small, local businesses are unable to compete. Some people think that the closure of local businesses will bring about the death of local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
he increase in mobile phone use in recent years has transformed the way we live, communicate, and do business. Mobile phones can also be the cause of social or medical problems. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of mobile phones?
The charts below show the proportions of British students at one university in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting tha main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Many people today eat too many meals at fast food restaurants. Even though everybody knows that fast food is not healthy, people still go there. Give the advantages and disadvantages of fast food restaurants.